Following the Footsteps of Ayutthaya to Mandalay, Ava, Amarapura, and Sagaing, Myanmar: 4 Days, 3 Nights

Following the Footsteps of Ayutthaya: A Journey to Mandalay, Ava, Amarapura, and Sagaing in Myanmar (4 Days, 3 Nights)

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"Myanmar is another country worth visiting, especially its temples and ancient sites, which have a history comparable to our own. It's easy to get to, the places are beautiful, and the main inspiration for going is the documentary "Yodia: The Untold Story," which highlights the historical sites and traces of the Ayutthaya people. It also includes the places along the way that are traces of Myanmar's prosperity during that era."

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- This 4-day, 3-night trip includes round-trip flights on AirAsia from Don Mueang to Mandalay. The tickets were booked almost a year in advance for a promotional price of 2,800 baht per person, including 20 kg checked baggage on the way there and 40 kg on the way back.

• Transportation in Mandalay and surrounding towns is typically done by taxi, which can be found near hotels. It is recommended to negotiate the price directly with the driver, as hotels may charge a higher rate for arranging transportation.

📍 Accommodation

The hotel in Mandalay was located in the city center, near the supermarket. The name of the hotel is Taw Win Myanmar Hotel. It was not expensive, the rooms were large and clean, and the staff was very friendly. For 4 days and 3 nights, the price was 6,850 for 2 rooms and 5 people. I booked it through Agoda.

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The journey began at approximately 12:30 PM local time in Mandalay, which is 30 minutes behind our time.

Upon arrival at the airport, passengers can take a public bus for 4,000 JAD to reach their hotel directly.

The hotel is inexpensive, the rooms are large and clean.

After a relaxing break, it's time to explore the city in the afternoon.

The first is the Shwenandaw Kyaung Monastery. This monastery was originally located in the Mandalay Palace. King Mindon died in this monastery. Later, King Thibaw ordered it to be dismantled and rebuilt at this temple.

The only remaining temple from the World War era.

The Atumashi Kyaugdawgyi temple is located near Shwenandaw Pagoda, where visitors can enter to pay respects to the Buddha.

Kuthodaw Pagoda, built by King Mindon concurrently with the founding of Mandalay,

The statue of King Mindon is located in front of Wat Kuthodaw.

The Maha Lokamara Chedi is a replica of the Shwezigon Pagoda in Bagan.

Small surrounding pagodas house marble-inscribed scriptures from the fourth Buddhist council convened by King Mindon.

Kyauktawgyi Paya Temple is a temple located before the ascent to Mandalay Hills. The entrance is adorned with beautiful green colors.

Marble Buddha statue inside Kyauktawgyi Paya Temple

Lions guarding the entrance to Mandalay Hill

The last stop on the trip was Mandalay Hill.

The second day began with a ceremony to wash the face of the Mahamuni Buddha statue. This ceremony is performed every morning at around 4:00 AM. To get a good spot in front, you need to arrive early. The Burmese believe that the Mahamuni Buddha statue is a living Buddha that has been given the breath of life by the Buddha himself. Therefore, the statue must be washed every day. The abbot will use perfumed water mixed with Thanaka powder to wash the statue's face, brush its teeth, and dry its face with a cloth. The statue is then offered food and water, as it is believed to be alive and breathing.

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The abbot began by offering scented water.

Brush your teeth.

The original text is in Thai and translates to "Check your face with Thanaka."

Thanaka is a traditional Burmese cosmetic paste made from ground bark of the Thanaka tree. It is commonly used in Myanmar and other Southeast Asian countries as a sunscreen, moisturizer, and anti-inflammatory agent.

The phrase "Check your face with Thanaka" could be interpreted in a few different ways:

• Literally: The speaker is asking the listener to check their face to see if they have applied Thanaka paste.
• Figuratively: The speaker is asking the listener to be aware of their appearance and make sure they are presenting themselves in a positive light.
• Metaphorically: The speaker is asking the listener to be mindful of their thoughts and actions, as they will reflect on their face.

Without further context, it is difficult to say for sure what the intended meaning of the phrase is. However, all of the interpretations above are plausible.

Worn out from checking the royal face

Fanning with a golden fan

This is a Thai sentence that translates to "Offer breakfast food."

Offer a fan to wave

The ceremony has been completed.

Men will have the opportunity to ascend and apply gold leaf to the Buddha statue, while women must leave offerings and remain seated in the designated area.

The soft surface of the Phra Buddha image is due to the accumulation of gold leaf over time. When pressed, it feels soft, hence the name "soft-flesh Buddha".

Following a brief morning break, we continued our journey to the Mandalay Palace, retracing the footsteps of the characters from the historical drama "Plerng Prang."

The Mandalay Palace was built by King Mindon to relocate the capital away from the British army. Today, the palace has been entirely rebuilt, as the original structure was destroyed by fire during World War II. The only remaining element from the original Mandalay Palace is the Shwenandaw Monastery.

This palace is steeped in stories of brutal historical events that occurred during the reign of King Thibaw and Queen Supayalat.

The massacre was orchestrated by Queen Supayalat, the secondary consort of King Mindon, who supported Prince Thibaw's ascension to the throne. She also planned the mass killing of the royal family within the palace. Queen Supayalat wielded absolute power over King Thibaw and devised a plan to eliminate potential rivals to the throne. She ordered the execution of all royal relatives and had their bodies buried. To cover up the screams, she organized a grand celebration. King Thibaw, unaware of the events, drank the ceremonial water. The massacre lasted for three days until all potential threats were eliminated. The mass graves became swollen with the decomposing bodies, prompting Queen Supayalat to order elephants to trample them down. However, the elephants could not compact the bodies completely. The bodies were then exhumed and dumped into the Irrawaddy River. Shortly after, the British successfully captured the palace and exiled King Thibaw, Queen Supayalat, and Queen Alanandaw to Ratnagiri, India.

Grand Palace

Phra Tamnak Group

The right tower in the image is the Suphayalaat Tower, the tower from which Queen Suphayalaat watched the English army before the city fell.

The palace is surrounded by water on the outside.

In the afternoon, we followed the trail of Ayutthaya to the cities of Ava and Amarapura.

A taxi ride from Mandalay to the pier, followed by a ferry trip to Ava, and then a horse-drawn carriage tour around the city, which is a unique charm of Ava.

The Bagaya Monastery in Java.

This is a clear example of Yodia, a Thai art form that combines Thai and Burmese styles. The wooden carving of the Garuda battling the Naga is located on the head of the wihan's pillar.

The Ayutthaya art style is characterized by the use of a crown-shaped headdress.

The door is very beautiful.

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Daw Gyan pagoda complex

Local residents are welcoming.

The interior of the Ubosot at Daw Gyan pagoda is believed to be in the Ayutthaya style, as evidenced by the decorative elements on the pillars and the base of the Phra Prang.

The White Temple (Desada Taya)

The Tower of Nan Myint (watchtower) of Innwa

Mahar Aung Mye Bon San Monastery

Another significant site is the Linzingon Udombara Stupa, believed to be the resting place of King Udombara. After the discovery of royal remains in the stupa in February 2013, it is speculated that they belong to King Udombara. King Udombara was a king of Ayutthaya who was captured and taken to Burma as a prisoner of war during the fall of Ayutthaya in 1767. He remained a monk until his death.

This stupa resembles the shape of a royal crown. Many people believe that the royal ashes are enshrined in this stupa, but in fact, it is not. The actual stupa containing the royal ashes is located nearby.

The pagoda where the royal ashes were found.

This location was not designated as a tourist attraction. Consequently, the surrounding area has been left to become overgrown, with dense vegetation and a surrounding fence.

The Uthumporn Chedi is located near the U Bein Bridge. It is recommended to use GPS for navigation.

Concluding the second day of the trip at the U-Beng Bridge.

Let's continue to Day 3, visiting the cities of Skyne and Mingun.

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The destination for today is Mingun, the first stop is the Mingun Pagoda, the largest pagoda in the world, if it is completed, the base is very large.

The pagoda has a path leading down to the river, where there are remains of a large lion.

The bell is located near the Mingun Pagoda. It was built by King Bodawpaya as a dedication to the Mingun Pagoda.

The Shwezigon Pagoda, known as the "Taj Mahal of the Irrawaddy," is located far from the Mingun Pagoda.

The world was created according to the Triภูมิ principle, with Mount Meru at its center, surrounded by mountains and oceans.

Return to Skyne City and visit the Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda on the peak of Skyne Hill.

The Umin Thonse Pagoda, also known as the 30 Caves Pagoda, is a Buddhist temple complex located in Sagaing, Myanmar. The pagoda is named after the 30 caves that are carved into the hillside behind the main temple. The caves are said to have been used by Buddhist monks for meditation and retreat. The Umin Thonse Pagoda is a popular tourist destination and is considered to be one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in Myanmar.

The newly discovered highlight is the mural paintings in the Maha Teng Daji Temple in Sagaing, Myanmar. The painting style and craftsmanship are of the highest level, and the art style is Ayutthaya. The Ayutthaya-style lotus bud pattern, the top of the pavilion, the inlaid star pattern, and the floral pattern suggest that the Ayutthaya people who were captured in the Battle of Ava when Ayutthaya fell may have followed King Uthumphon who was ordained as a monk and may have come to this place. If you are visiting Mandalay, you can stop by and take a look. It is not difficult to get there and it is not far from Mandalay. However, this place is not open to the public. When you arrive at the gate, it may be locked, so you will need to ask the monks for the key to open it.

Nine-tiered, Ayutthaya-style Brahma-faced finial with a Garuda-adorned base, housing a Buddha statue inside.

Ayutthaya-style line drawing, floral pattern similar to curved stem pattern.

The ceiling of the Phra Meru at Ayutthaya is adorned with stars.

The nine-tiered, spire-shaped pavilion, adorned with the face of Brahma.

A pavilion in the Ayutthaya style with a Garuda-decorated base, containing a Buddha statue.

The principal Buddha image in the wihan

The exterior of the temple.

The fourth day was a day of rest before returning to Thailand at noon, marking the end of the trip following the footsteps of King Naresuan.

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